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Clean Up Your Books Before Your Accountant Sees Them

There is a particular kind of dread that only self-employed people understand.…

By Mark Paulson January 29, 2026

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How to Prepare for Tax Season as a Freelancer

You know tax season is coming, but you keep pushing it to…

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By Emily Lauderdale January 26, 2026

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LLC vs S-Corp for Freelancers: Which Saves More on Taxes

You’ve probably stared at a tax form or an online LLC service…

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By Emily Lauderdale December 9, 2025

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Self Employment Tax for New York: Guide & Calculator

New York is one of the most challenging states for self-employed professionals…

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By Elliot Biles February 11, 2026

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Self Employment Tax for Minnesota: Guide & Calculator

Minnesota is a state I approach with both respect and strategy when…

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By Elliot Biles February 11, 2026

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Self Employment Tax for North Carolina: Guide & Calculator

I have had the privilege of working with self-employed professionals across the…

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By Elliot Biles February 11, 2026

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Self Employment Tax for North Dakota: Guide & Calculator

In all my years advising self-employed professionals on their tax obligations, North…

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By Elliot Biles February 11, 2026

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Self Employment Tax for Tennessee: Guide & Calculator

Having advised self-employed professionals across the Southeast for over a decade, I…

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By Elliot Biles February 11, 2026

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Self Employment Tax for Colorado: Guide & Calculator

Colorado has long been a magnet for independent professionals, and having worked…

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By Elliot Biles February 11, 2026